Mansfield Energy issues diesel fuel supply alert
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — A large U.S. fuel distributor is warning of diesel fuel constraints in some areas of the country. In a news release issued
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Iowa rolls out app to help current, future commercial drivers
ANKENY, Iowa –- The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) has rolled out an updated app to help future commercial drivers become licensed and aid those
TravelCenters of America opens 4 new stores, announces enhancements to others
WEST LAKE, Ohio — TravelCenters of America Inc. (TA) has announced a major network expansion and guest experience updates, including the opening of four new
Major I-40 bridge project begins in North Carolina; traffic delays expected
JONATHAN CREEK, N.C. — A contractor for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has launched a two-year project to completely replace two bridges on
Semi crashes into Texas crawfish restaurant
LAKEPORT, Texas – A bobtail tractor crashed into a Lakeport, Texas, seafood restaurant on Friday, Oct. 28. KTLV reported that the tractor crashed into Crawfish
S2Q Systems launches new program to help speed up load bidding
BEACHWOOD, Ohio – S2Q Systems has launched a new platform called Speed to Bid, which is designed to help transportation and logistics companies enhance their
Owner-operators to face more challenging conditions, new survey says
BOISE, Idaho — Moderating economic activity and normalizing supply chains have reduced the need for capacity and are driving the outlook for rates and demand
Volvo Trucks enters 21st year of sponsoring America’s Road Team
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Volvo Trucks North America will enter its 21st consecutive year as the exclusive sponsor of the America’s Road Team public outreach program
North American freight giant sees shipping slump ahead of holidays
DENVER, Colo. —The DAT Truckload Volume Index (TVI) declined for all three equipment types in September, indicating a muted shipping season ahead of the holidays,
Wreaths Across America announces 2023 plans for Mobile Education Exhibit
COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine — Wreaths Across America (WAA) has announced plans for its 2023 Mobile Education Exhibit (MEE). Next year’s national tour begins in California
Used Class 8 retail sales drop 12% in September
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Used Class 8 retail tractor volumes (same dealer sales) were down 12% month over month, according to the latest release of the
Love’s donates $150K to Operation Homefront
OKLAHOMA CITY — Love’s Travel Stops has extended a $150,000 donation to Operation Homefront, a national nonprofit that aids military families. The donation will come
Children celebrate trucker parents in IFDA essay contest
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The 2022 International Foodservice Distributor Association’s (IFDA) Truck Driving Championship is not only a showcase of skills necessary to be a truck driver but
PDA: Miles-related compensation issues rise among freight slowdown
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — The two most mentioned concerns among professional truck drivers continue to be equipment and compensation. This is according to the latest data
Pennsylvania legislation aims to strengthen toll enforcement
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is heralding the passage of Pennsylvania House Bill 1486, which includes language from former House Bill 2139 that
FHA to audit STBG program compliance
WASHINGTON — The Federal Highway Administration (FHA) has announced plans to audit the application and use of funds dispersed in Surface Transportation Block Grants (STBG).
Ruan’s Van Alstine elected as ATA’s new chairman
SAN DIEGO — The American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Board of Directors has elected Dan Van Alstine, president and COO of Des Moines, Iowa-based Ruan Transportation
Fleet Advantage to order 200 electric Class 8 tractors
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fleet Advantage will be placing orders for 200 electric vehicle (EV) Class 8 tractors for deliveries commencing in calendar year 2023. “Fleet Advantage
Pilot honors military veterans with free meal
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — In honor of Veterans Day, Pilot Company is honoring past and present military members and their families by offering a free meal
Kenworth T680 Next Generation to transport 2022 US Capitol Christmas Tree
KIRKLAND, Wash. – A Kenworth T680 Next Generation, adorned with a newly installed special graphics design, will soon transport the 2022 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree